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Ex- Minister Wimal Weerawansa produced before court
Former Sri Lankan Minister Wimal Weerawansa was arrested by Thalangama Police and produced before the Kaduwela Magistrate’s Court, according to Ada Derana on May 25, 2026. The report notes the arrest occurred earlier today and provides related links and image. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=122923 Post navigation
Ex- Minister Wimal Weerawansa granted bail - Adaderana
Former Minister Wimal Weerawansa, who was arrested by the Thalangama Police earlier today (25), has been granted bail by the Kaduwela Magistrate’s Court. He was released on a surety bail amounting to Rs. 500,000, Ada Derana reporter said. Former Minister Weerawansa was arrested this morning after arriving at the Thalangama Police Station to provide a statement regarding a recent incident that occurred near the National War Heroes’ Monument in Battaramulla. On 18 May, police stated that legal action would be taken against a group, including the leader of the National Freedom Front (NFF), former Member of Parliament Wimal Weerawansa, over allegations of obstructing rehearsal held in preparation for the National War Heroes’ Day commemoration. Police further noted that during rehearsals and preparatory arrangements for the main ceremony, a group of approximately 35 individuals, including the former MP, allegedly attempted to enter the National War Heroes’ Monument premises without authorization, thereby disrupting official duties and scheduled rehearsal activities. Officers present at the scene reportedly prevented entry and subsequently removed the group from the location. Authorities confirmed that legal action will be pursued against those involved. Meanwhile, a heated situation arose between police and former MP Wimal Weerawansa when he arrived at the War Heroes’ Monument near Parliament to pay floral tributes. He, along with a group comprising party activists, visited the site on 18 May to commemorate fallen soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the humanitarian operation. However, a dispute occurred after security officials denied access to the memorial area for the laying of floral tributes, resulting in heightened tensions at the site. Video footage also captured the former MP falling to the ground during an attempt to move forward as officers attempted to push the group back. Subsequently, two individuals present at the scene were arrested and placed in a police vehicle. Weerawansa also entered the vehicle after which the arrested individuals were later released by police.
Wimal Weerawansa arrested - lankaleader.lk
Former minister and National Freedom Front (NFF) leader Wimal Weerawansa has been arrested by the Thalangama Police after attending the station to give a statement over an alleged confrontation with officers near the Parliamentary grounds. Police had summoned Weerawansa in connection with an incident on 18 May, in which he is accused of obstructing police officers in the course of their duties and using criminal force against them. Weerawansa arrived at the Thalangama Police Station earlier today (25), where his statement was recorded by authorities as part of the ongoing investigation into the incident. Police sources said that Weerawansa is due to be produced before the Kaduwela Magistrate's Court. The Thalangama Police are continuing their investigations into the incident, and security around the police station has been reinforced as a precautionary measure. Neither Wimal Weerawansa nor the NFF has so far issued an official statement in connection with the matter.
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